Learn critical emergency response skills as a CERT volunteer

City of Tampa searches for CERT volunteers ahead of hurricane season

The official start of hurricane season is now just a week away, and the City of Tampa is currently looking for volunteers for its CERT program.

TAMPA, Fla. - The City of Tampa is currently recruiting volunteers for its Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). 

It is a program that equips residents with skills, so they’re prepared to respond during a crisis.

The eight-week course includes a weekly class focusing on different topic, such as fire extinguisher usage, search and rescue, and basic medical care.

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Anyone 14 and older can be a CERT volunteer, and the training is free.

To learn more, click here.